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Friday, March 31, 2017

Cindy Bishop believes that the
new panel of judges – comprising of creative director Yu Tsai, model mentor
Cara G McIlroy, as well as special guest Pia Wurtzbach – can offer a unique mix
of experience and expertise to the top 14 contestants in this season.

StarWorld’s
highly anticipated modelling competitionand
original production, Asia’s Next Top Model (AsNTM), returns for its fifth
season - bigger, better and bolder! Among the fourteen young models shortlisted
this season, two Malaysian lasses – Alicia Amin and Shikin Gomez – have been
chosen and will be competing in rigorous modelling challenges with other
contestants for the coveted title of Asia’s Next Top Model.

Speaking at
the exclusive premiere screening session held for media friends, Marketing
Director for FOX Networks Group (FNG), Penny
Tan, said that this season of AsNTM is pushing the envelope with a roster of
competitive talent they have found within Asia’s modelling industry.

“We have been seeing better participants every season,
and this gives us more opportunities to push them further. With the theme of ‘Expect the Unexpected’, the participants
are not only challenged, but are surprised with a mid-season twist! Also new this
season are our two new judges – model mentor, Cara G McIlroy, and special guest
Pia Wurtzbach – who will each bring their unique expertise to the panel,” said
Tan.

On that
note, Tan introduced two very special guests for the evening – the versatile and talented
AsNTM host, Cindy Bishop, and supermodel and entrepreneur, Cara G McIlroy.
Bishop expressed her excitement in reprising her role to host the series. Together
with renowned fashion photographer and creative director, Yu Tsai, she looks
forward to the energy that Cara McIlroy and Miss Universe, Pia Wurtzbach, will
be bringing to the show.

She
believes that with McIlroy and Wurtzbach joining her and Yu Tsai in the judging
panel, they all have something different to offer through their advice and
experience, honing the girls’ skills to benefit their future as models. “What
is unique about AsNTM is the overwhelming diversity and expertise that we bring
to the table, and it is our goal to utilise these advantages to help the
contestants transcend and bring out the best in them,” said Bishop.

Thai-American supermodel,
actress and TV host Cindy Bishop reprises her role of show host and head judge
in Asia’s Next Top Model 5: Expect The
Unexpected.

Hailing from Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia,
Vietnam and Taiwan, the fourteen contestants were chosen from scores of
auditioning hopefuls to compete for the title. Viewers will get to learn the
stories of women such as Valerie and Veronika, the first twins to be on AsNTM
who will compete against each other for the first time; Tu, the feisty model
with curves who says what’s on her mind; and Clara, the emotional child of
privilege who learns to become independent as she forges through the
challenges. These are only four among the fourteen exciting young women aiming
for the top—all telling their own colourful story and all possessing great
modelling potential.

Shikin Gomez, 24, and
Alicia Amin, 22, will represent Malaysia as they compete against 12 other
contestants from Singapore, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and
Taiwan for the coveted title of Asia’s
Next Top Model.

Both
Malaysian representatives, Alicia Amin and Shikin Gomez, are no strangers to
the industry. Alicia, who is 22 years old and originally from Johor, who
recently moved back to KL after residing in Australia has been modelling in
both countries; whereas Shikin, who is 24 years old from Damansara, Kuala
Lumpur, is a name well known in the local modelling scene.

Alicia stands out with her strong features and is not shy
to express her individuality. “I’m the kind of person that needs to express
myself in any medium, and because of that I thrive on being constantly
inspired,” she said. Regardless if she wins the competition, her ultimate goal is
to return to her studies in law to become a humanitarian rights lawyer.

A graduate in Communications, Shikin started as a freelance
model and eventually found her calling to become a full time model. The lanky
and humble girl hopes to put the heat on the other girls, and in the long run,
wishes to visit and work in different countries while learning about new
cultures. “I want to be known for my consistency of being good at my profession.
I believe that passion is a huge driver for everything that I do, and in
whatever career you choose, you must have passion,” said Shikin.

Tan concluded by saying that the presence of two
Malaysians in the competition signifies that the country has a lot of potential
to be realised. “It places Malaysia on the radar in the international arena, showing
that we can also produce competitive models. The future is bright for the industry
and aspiring young models!” she said.

Asia’s Next Top Model Season 5 was made possible through
partnership with Subaru, Maybelline, Zalora and Sunway City as the Premier
Destination Partner. The winner will drive home the all-new Subaru Impreza, as
well as grace the magazine cover of Nylon Singapore and star in her own fashion
spread. She will also be travelling to Europe to be represented by one of the
world’s biggest modelling agencies, Storm Model Management.

How will
the intense competition unfold this season? Let's find out together to see will Alicia and Shikin stand a
chance to win and take home the coveted title of Asia’s Next Top Model? ‘Expect
the Unexpected’ and stay tuned to find out!

Being mommy of two boys, besides fetching my children from school. I also need to know to how to shop and save at the same time. Glad to know nearby son's school there's a Guardian outlet. Guardian, the largest pharmacy, health
and beauty retail chain in Malaysia, is offering consumers quality they
can trust at prices they will love, through the uplift of its in-house
Guardian Corporate Brand products.

Guardian Malaysia has more than 420 stores, serving over 3 million customers per month.

Guardian
has close to 500 SKUs of its ‘house brand’ or corporate brand products
which are available exclusively at Guardian stores nationwide. These
Guardian brand products cover every aspect of life from birth,
infanthood, kids, teens, young adults, adults, families and into the
golden years.

Guardian Corporate Brand products are a
favorite with consumers regionally and in Malaysia, contributing
significantly to total sales due to their quality, high safety standards
as well as the ease-of-mind and value that they provide to consumers.

“All
suppliers must first pass a professional third party factory audit
before being approved to produce Guardian products. The products are
then manufactured under strict quality control. Mandatory quality and
safety checks are conducted before the products are marketed. Finally,
all suppliers are monitored through ongoing third party factory audits.
Surveillance checks will be conducted on products in the stores to
ensure consistence and safety,” Ms. Lin explained.

Dr.
Sharon Gopalan, Resident Skin Physician at the Life Care Diagnostic
Medical Centre, shared the peace-of-mind that comes with
dermatologically tested and proven products for the general population.

“When a product is ‘dermatologically tested and proven’
it means that patch tests have been conducted on human skin without
causing irritation or adverse reactions. A well-tolerated product is a
safer choice, especially when trying out new products,” said Dr. Sharon.

“Users should be aware of their skin type and condition
before using products. Skin type and conditions can change with age,
hormones, diet and many other factors. What may have suited the user
once, may not be suitable at a different stage of life,” she added.

The
regional health and beauty giant, introduced its ‘Recommended by The
Toughest Users’ seal of approval and consumer campaign that signals the
uplift of close to 500 SKUs of Guardian Corporate Brand products
including its Baby & Kids, Bath & Body, Paper, Cotton &
Wipes, Oral & Razor, Face Masks and Health product categories. Guardian
corporate brand products must conform to the stringent standards of all
the countries where they are available, giving consumers even more
confidence in their quality. I have took some photos at the even today, you can click to view the album. They are so many products that you'll not able to see them all in the photos as not all is being displayed or show at the venue of the event.

According to Mr. Soren
Lauridsen, Chief Executive Officer, Guardian Health and Beauty Sdn Bhd,
“Guardian carefully selects high quality and safe ingredients in
formulating our products. All label claims are fully validated with
supporting documents to ensure we deliver products that are safe,
well-tested, proven, and that meet the exacting standards of our
consumers, and of the standards’ bodies in all the regions we operate
in.”

Mr. Lauridsen added that the assurance of
trustworthy quality at affordable prices will resonate in view of rising
cost living in Malaysia.

“We understand the concerns of
consumers regarding the rising cost of living. As our corporate brand is
wholly developed and produced for Guardian we are able to maintain
quality, while making them more affordable due to economies of scale.
This commitment to quality standards, and exceeding them in terms of
safety, ingredients and processes, results in consumers holding Guardian
Corporate Brand products in high regard for quality they can trust, at
prices that they love,” added Mr. Lauridsen.

According
to Mrs. Segolene Defline, Corporate Brand Director, Health & Beauty,
The Dairy Farm Company, Guardian’s bold move to prioritise its
corporate brand products is expected to be well received by consumers as
it brings the best in classic products and new trends across the region
for all age groups and product categories.

“When we
develop any of Guardian Corporate Brand products we always consider our
consumers needs while simultaneously tracking global health and beauty
trends. Our products are developed with an eye on what is ‘next’ in
health and beauty, so that consumers always have products that harness
the best of current trends in ingredients and materials as well as
technology and innovation. Combine this with our commitment to quality
assurance, dermatological testing and our money back guarantee, and it
becomes apparent why consumers are increasingly seeking out Guardian
corporate brand,” Mrs Defline said.

Guardian partners
with leading manufacturers and uses innovative formulations in the
development and manufacture of its corporate brand products. All
Guardian’s skincare and body care products are dermatologically tested
and proven to provide ultimate care and confidence for its users.

According
Ms. Sarol Lin, Head of Quality Assurance, Corporate Brand, Health &
Beauty, Dairy Farm Group, Guardian has developed a Three-step to
Quality management system that ensures Guardian delivers excellence,
safety, quality and regulatory compliance across all its corporate brands.

Guardian kitchen hand wash for moms that often wash and clean

“All
suppliers must first pass a professional third party factory audit
before being approved to produce Guardian products. The products are
then manufactured under strict quality control. Mandatory quality and
safety checks are conducted before the products are marketed. Finally,
all suppliers are monitored through ongoing third party factory audits.
Surveillance checks will be conducted on products in the stores to
ensure consistence and safety,” Ms. Lin explained.

Dr.
Sharon Gopalan, Resident Skin Physician at the Life Care Diagnostic
Medical Centre, shared the peace-of-mind that comes with
dermatologically tested and proven products for the general population.

“When a product is ‘dermatologically tested and proven’
it means that patch tests have been conducted on human skin without
causing irritation or adverse reactions. A well-tolerated product is a
safer choice, especially when trying out new products,” said Dr. Sharon.

“Users should be aware of their skin type and condition
before using products. Skin type and conditions can change with age,
hormones, diet and many other factors. What may have suited the user
once, may not be suitable at a different stage of life,” she added.

The
seal of approval shows that that the Guardian corporate brand products
have undergone the brand’s three-step quality assurance, with the added
ease-of-mind that selected products ranges have been dermatologically
tested and proven. All Guardian corporate brand products come with a
money back guarantee, reflecting the brand’s confidence that its product
quality and safety will meet consumers’ satisfaction.

Guardian
will be running a ‘Recommended by the Toughets Users’ campaign that
gives life to three of their most frequent consumer profiles, trendy
single women with discerning tastes, quality conscious mothers and
stylish, active men who are conscious of their appearance. Head to your
nearest Guardian store for the April catalogue for the details on
promotions.

Thursday, March 23, 2017

You and your partner are trying to conceive for a
few months now. Last month, your friend broke the news that they're
expecting a baby and this month, another friend is having a baby shower.
It seems like everybody's getting pregnant except you. What should you
do?

Trying to conceive can sometimes be very
stressful and depressing to some women, especially when they feel like
everybody else is getting pregnant. Don't be too hard on yourself. It is
normal to feel sad about it, but don't beat yourself up too hard for
not getting pregnant right away.

If you think joining a pregnancy-related
gathering will just hurt you, politely decline the invitation first to
give yourself some time to be away from the things that may cause you
more depression.

Be with your partner and try to enjoy each
other's company without talking about getting pregnant or trying to
conceive. Just relax and have fun with him. Sometimes, trying to
conceive can put a risk on the relationship. Make sure to be there for
each other during this difficult time.

Taking a vacation is good for time out, relax your body and mind. Getaway from the city and go travel. It be great for a honeymoon for two persons.

There are things that you can do in order to boost your body's fertility.
If you and your partner have been trying to get pregnant for more than 6
months, set an appointment with your doctor. He or she should be able
to assist you further in your trying to conceive journey.

Few days ago I attended the CHIZU event at Sunway Pyramid, it is located at LG1, the Central Avenue as you can see above photo. Chizu is a phrase derived from the Japanese
meaning cheese. Their coffee and tea are specially handcrafted with cheese
creating Japanese cheese drink, enabling a fashionable taste of
lifestyle.

Above are the four signature drinks of CHIZU DRINK. From left it is the Blackcurrent Cheese, Roasted Oolong Tea, Jasmine Tea, and Macha Red Bean Cheese.

Each drink has the Japanese cheese on top as you can refer to above photo. The drink base is depend on what drink you have chosen.

It's yummy delicious drink that worth to try if you like cheese. Definitely for cheese lovers, I like it as taste just nice for me. If you love lots of cheese you can request for that during you order for the drink.

Drink it with angle 40 and best to consume it within 15minutes, it's nice yummy drink with taste of cheese on top. Yeah this is how you gonna make natural mustache with the foam of Japanese cheese.

CHIZU Roasted Oolong Tea

Besides drinks they also serve Chizu Cake and Cheese Tart. I have took some photos at the event, you can click on the link to view it. Below is the price list of the cake and cheese tart. Don't just read here, if you have interest to try them head to the Chizu Drink at Sunway Pyramid.

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

Nicole
Kidman recently expressed that she realized that skin needs a lot of
attention and support, just like the rest of our body in order to keep
it its healthies. She is really excited to work together with NEUTROGENA, as they
always focus skin health at their core.

Sunday, March 19, 2017

This March School holidays has started, it is a week but you can plan well with it.

Today we bring children to the fun place where they love going the KidZania Kuala Lumpur. Special thanks to 100comments
for sending me the tickets for family time. My kids have been missing
the place for a long time. They last visit the place was last year. Both
of my children in year 2015 have applied for the KidZania Passport to earn more KidZo.

handmade beads bracelets by my sons

Loving my handmade bracelets created by my sons, both of them have made a beads bracelet for me. They earn some KidZo and also spend some of it to handmade these beautiful beads bracelet for me. I'm touch and happy as they took time off for making these with LOVE. KidZania indeed a great place for kids to explore and learn at the same time.

You can start planning if you haven't got plan on this school holidays, though it is short holidays for kids. It's good time to plan for family bonding, time is precious. Sanrio Hello Kitty Town is having promotion from March until June 2017, click on the link read about it. The Hotel Jen has got Hello Kitty Theme rooms.

Friday, March 17, 2017

From
left to right: Lee Yong Jin, Managing Director of CJ IMC for Southeast
Asia; Bruce Lim, Vice President of Merchandising for 11street; Agnes
Lim, Malaysian model and actress; and Lee Young In, Managing Director of
Ginkgo Natural/Charmzone; posing at the exclusive launch of Ginkgo
Natural on 11street

Popular Korean skincare product, Ginkgo Natural, is finally available in Malaysia through the local e-mall

In a time where the weather is erratic
in Malaysia, Korean-made Ginkgo Natural promises to nourish the skin to
keep it feeling fresh and lively. The Ginkgo Natural range is one of
many prestigious products, backed up by research and certified patents.
This drive for quality is one of the reasons for their establishment in
over 20 countries such as China, Japan, USA and now Malaysia.

Ginkgo
Natural is the best-selling all-natural range curated under the
multi-billion dollar Korean cosmetic giant, Charmzone. This popular
skincare brand is now brought to Malaysia’s shore by its sole
distributor, CJ IMC - Korea’s leading cosmetic distributor and premium
merchandiser.

11street, one of the largest e-malls in Malaysia,
is proud to be the first in Southeast Asia to feature exclusively the
range of Ginkgo Natural products to cater to the Malaysian market.

“Charmzone
is very established in Korea, so it gives us great pleasure to partner
11street to feature our Charmzone’s Gingko Natural range for the very
first time in Southeast Asia. Ginkgo Natural is one of the most popular
Korean cleansing products that has hit strides in the Korean market
through e-commerce. While e-commerce is already at its peak in Korea,
Malaysia is still in its growing stage; therefore, it presents us with
the perfect opportunity to tap into the Southeast Asian market through
11street to extend our products to lovers of Korean skincare in
Malaysia. We believe we can achieve this through 11street, thanks to
the enormity of its platform and Malaysians’ admiration towards Korean
culture,” said Lee Yong Jin, Managing Director of CJ IMC Southeast Asia.

Bruce
Lim, Vice President of Merchandising at 11street sharing an anecdote
with the audience at the exclusive launch of Ginkgo Natural on 11street

Vice President of Merchandising for 11street, Bruce Lim said
during the media event: “We are motivated by this partnership with
Ginkgo Natural to provide high quality, prestigious and affordable
beauty products for our consumers. As part of our recently launched
‘Shop The World’ campaign, we aspire to bring in more international
products for our Malaysian market. Therefore, by bringing in renowned
brands such as Ginkgo Natural, 11street sees an opportunity to build
bridges between the brand and our consumers. We believe that Ginkgo
Natural is a good fit due to its product efficacies, thanks to its
all-natural ingredients. Ginkgo Natural is one brand that packs a silent
but robust punch.”

Lee
Yong Jin, Managing Director of CJ IMC for Southeast Asia introducing
Ginkgo Natural for the very first in Southeast Asia through 11street

As part of the partnership, 11street
will feature Ginkgo Natural’s basic skincare range, which encompasses
three steps – cleansing, toning and moisturising. For the first step,
Gingko Natural features the Cleansing Tissue for make-up removal, and
the Cleansing Foam to clean off residue make-up and is suitable for all
skin types. Meanwhile, the Ginkgo Natural Skin Toner helps tighten pores
and balances skin pH after cleansing, to prepare it for the third step –
moisturising. Ginkgo Natural suggests the use of its Essence to lock in
moisture and promote skin repair, before applying the Emulsion in the
day, or the Cream at night. The former leaves a light and lingering
feeling on the skin, while brightening it up at the same time. The
latter supplies skin with more moisture, yet making it feel light and
fresh.

Using state-of-the-art technology, Ginkgo Natural
effectively nourishes the skin, leaving skin soft and dust-free. Ginkgo
Natural harnesses the anti-oxidative power of ginkgo leaves to nourish
and protect skin against everyday stress and damaging environmental
elements. The ECOCERT-certified Ginkgo Natural range is made up of 95%
natural ingredients, and contains zero mineral oil components.

Agnes Lim, Malaysian model and actress posing with a Ginkgo Natural product at the exclusive launch on 11street

Agnes Lim, Malaysian actress and model who was present at the
partnership announcement shared: “The products from Ginkgo Natural leave
a fresh feeling on my face upon application. It certainly is a welcomed
feeling, given the unpredictable weather conditions in Malaysia. The
best surprise came in the form of the cleansing tissue, which is also
Gingko Natural’s most sought-after product. It is ultra-soft, so it
feels good on the skin and completely and effectively removes make-up.
It is perfect for someone like me, who is always on-the-go.”

The full range of Ginkgo Natural products available exclusively on 11street

11street
introduces special promotions for Ginkgo Natural products under
11street’s ‘Shop The World’ campaign, which runs from 1 March to 3 April
2017 with up to 65% discounts on Ginkgo Natural products and free
shipping to West Malaysia.

During the promotion period, these products
will range from RM7 to RM119.97 with an additional exclusive 15%
discount coupon available for download on the Ginkgo Natural promotion
page on 11street.

The
hero product – Ginkgo Natural Cleansing Tissue – has sold over USD 1.2
million across the globe, is finally available in Southeast Asia through
11street

CJ IMC Korea is no 1 global
partner of excellent Korean products as a professional merchandising
company. CJ IMC Korea is doing trading of various products such as
beauty, fashion, kitchen and living directly and indirectly oversea with
IMC global. Core competence of CJ IMC is know-how in product design,
sourcing and sales from 20 year’s experience of CJO. Mission of CJ IMC
is to ensure product competitiveness for CJ O Shopping and CJ Global JV
sites. CJ IMC making inroads into the world market, first landed country
was in China since 2004. CJ IMC Malaysia is the 10th country which
landed in Malaysia on February 2016. CJ IMC Malaysia strategy plan for
year 2017 is to expand on CJ’s private brands and global distributorship
brands from Korea. CJ IMC Malaysia targeted to penetrate into 3 main
channel which includes home shopping channel, online channel and offline
channel.

XOX MOBILE and Universal Music Malaysia, the local arm of Universal
Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, have
formed a first-of-its-kind partnership to deliver innovative digital
music content as part of XOX Mobile’s focus to reward their loyal
subscribers.

The afternoon event
has attracted many shoppers to the Blue Concourse to see local artistes singer
Fazura, pop-rock group Bunkface and the singing and acting duo ThomasJack. XOX
Berhad Group CEO, Mr Ng Kok Heng, and Universal Music Group for Malaysia and
Singapore’s Managing Director, Mr. Kenny Ong, were present to launch the ONEXOX
Universal Music Starter Pack (or known as ONEMUSIC Edition Starter Pack)
together with ONEXOX Friends MTV VJ and singer Fazura, pop-rock group Bunkface
and popular singing &acting duo ThomasJack held at Sunway Pyramid Mall
today.

Good news to shoppers
on the day as the ONEMUSIC Edition Starter Pack will give subscribers
unparalleled access to digital music and music showcases. This includes special
ticket offers, artistes’ merchandise and exclusive experiences of meet
& greet, up-close encounters with local and international artistes within
the Universal Music family. The ONEMUSIC Edition Starter Pack can be purchase
via www.xox.com.my with free delivery
nationwide and via Universal Music Malaysia’s distribution channels.

XOX Friends; Bunkface, Fazura and ThomasJack posing for their fans

Today many subscribers are young, and getting younger. No
kidding because even my son has mobile phone so that I can keep in touch with
him as he used it after tuition classes at Tuition Center. My nephews who are
studying in college also using smart phones as the digital content, especially
music is important to them and their lifestyles. They also use it to keep in
touch with family members and friends.

Good to know that XOX MOBILE subscribers are getting money can’t
buy experiences with Universal Music’s artists, much like when selected
subscribers were given the opportunity to play in a futsal tournament with the
members of Bunkface, in conjunction with the band’s 10th anniversary
concert last year. There are great experience gives to music-lovers and fans a
chance to connect directly with their favourite musicians.

“In 2017, XOX MOBILE
will be ramping up our rewards to subscribers to thank them for their support,
and to differentiate ourselves from other players in the market. It will give
our subscribers special access and privileges to Universal Music’s stellar
line-up of artistes, which our subscribers will appreciate. We will be
launching more digital contents working with Universal Music in the near
future,” concluded Mr. Ng.

Universal Music
Malaysia and Singapore’s Managing Director, Mr. Kenny Ong also highlighted the
many added benefits of the ONEMUSIC Edition Starter Pack, which includes
special offers on concert and showcase tickets organized by Universal Music
Malaysia, as well as attractive discount deals on their products at selected
CD-Rama outlets and Lazada. Users will also be invited to artist workshops and
flyaways, along with first hand exclusivity on all their latest updates,
upcoming concerts and pre-release purchases.

About XOX MOBILE

XOX
MOBILE is the 1st MVNO in the country, which has been listed on Bursa
Malaysia since 2011. XOX Mobile is principally engaged in the business
of providing mobile services by blending a holistic approach with
continuous research and development to build diverse genuine value for
money products, services and content for the young, technology savvy and
general Malaysian customer.

Today XOX MOBILE has approximately 1.65 million subscribers.

XOX
MOBILE is a proud recipient of The Brand Laureate Brand Award 2013 and
2015, and a winner in Malaysia’s 100 Top Brands in 2012, 2013 &
2015.
XOX Mobile is also the recipient of BrandLaureate President’s Award
2016 Innovation for Mobile Network Operator – XOX MOBILE Season Pass

Universal
Music Group (UMG) is the world leader in music-based entertainment,
with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music
publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60
countries. Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and
songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists
and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and
commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry,
innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of
services, platforms and business models in order to broaden artistic and
commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for
fans.